A Gardener's Thoughts & Fancies

The Monthly Gardner – November

November in Southern California is the beginning of our rainy season, although, this year, it did begin a bit early. And while October is the ideal time to plant, if you haven’t already done so, November offers a window of opportunity for a number of plants, including: onions, strawberries, ground covers, a variety of bulbs [...]

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Fall Planting … Here Are Three Colorful Considerations?

Red Buckwheat The red buckwheat (Eriogonum grande var. rubescens) originates from the Channel Islands off the coast of California. This attractive, small shrub features a rewarding show of red blooms throughout the summer. Prefers full sun and, once established, is drought resistant; the plants don’t usually need water after the first summer. As a bonus, [...]

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